Which has a bigger cup — Bach 12 or Marcinkiewicz 8H-S?

The Marcinkiewicz 8H-S has a cup diameter of 26.06 mm / 1.0260 in compared to 24.50 mm / 0.9646 in on the Bach 12 — a difference of 1.56 mm / 0.0614 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

How does cup depth compare between Bach 12 and Marcinkiewicz 8H-S?

The Bach 12 has a deep cup while the Marcinkiewicz 8H-S has a shallow cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.

Bach 12 vs Marcinkiewicz 8H-S

Name: Marcinkiewicz 8H-S
Brand: Marcinkiewicz

The Marcinkiewicz 8H-S has a wider cup diameter, the Bach 12 features a deeper cup, the Marcinkiewicz 8H-S has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material

Base metal or construction (e.g. brass, stainless steel, plastic). Influences weight, response, and tone color.

Mouthpiece A

Bach 12

• Trombone

Material—

Best suited for

🎻Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

Mouthpiece B

Marcinkiewicz 8H-S

• Trombone

Material—

Best suited for

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

Which is better?

Neither mouthpiece clearly dominates the other — the right choice depends on your embouchure, playing style, and the sound you're after. Try both if possible.

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